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so observe the storage information on the pack-
aging of the merchandise.
•
Make sure that the temperature in the freezer
does not rise above -18°C. For this, the unit
should be defrosted regularly. A thick frozen layer
deteriorates the cooling and increases the power
consumption.
General safety prec
General safety prec
General safety prec
General safety precautions
autions
autions
autions
•
Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity.
See data under "EU Product Data Sheet” or on
the rating label.
•
Do not store bottles or cans. These can break
when the contents freeze – or even explode, if
they contain carbonated drinks.
•
Once products have been defrosted halfway or
completely, they should be consumed as soon as
possible and should not be frozen again, except
they have been processed to a ready meal.
•
Keep closed the unit door in case of power failure.
If the failure does not take longer than 20
20
20
20 hours
hours
hours
hours,
the food will not be affected.
•
Do not eat food that is still frozen. Do not eat ice
cream directly from the freezer. The cold can
cause injuries in the oral cavity.
•
Touching metal parts inside the unit can cause
symptoms like burns if the skin is very sensitive.
•
Never touch frozen food with moist or wet hands.
Operating noise
Operating noise
Operating noise
Operating noise
Type of sound
Type of sound
Type of sound
Type of sound Cause
Cause
Cause
Cause
Mumbling
Compressor during its operation
Liquid sounds Circulation of the refrigerant
Click sounds
The temperature control turns the
compressor on or off
Disturbing
noises
Vibration of the shelves or cool-
ing coils
Switching off
Switching off
Switching off
Switching off
Disconnect the power supply to switch off the appli-
Disconnect the power supply to switch off the appli-
Disconnect the power supply to switch off the appli-
Disconnect the power supply to switch off the appli-
ance.
ance.
ance.
ance.
If the appliance is out of use for long periods:
•
Remove the appliance content.
•
Defrost (model dependent) and clean the device
thoroughly (see ”Cleaning and Maintenance”).
•
Leave open the appliance door to avoid formation
of mold and unpleased odor.
Tips for Energy saving
Tips for Energy saving
Tips for Energy saving
Tips for Energy saving
•
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply,
if it isn’t in use.
•
Do not install the appliance near stoves, heaters
or other heat sources. In case of higher ambient
temperatures, the compressor will run more fre-
quently and longer.
•
Ensure enough ventilation at the bottom and rear
side. Never block ventilation openings.
•
Adjust the temperature not colder than necessary.
•
Allow warm food to cool before placing it in the
appliance.
•
Open the unit door only as necessary.
•
Defrost the unit regularly (model dependent).
•
The seal of the appliance door must be complete-
ly intact, so that the door closes properly.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING::::
•
Always disconnect the appliance from the power
supply before cleaning and user maintenance.
•
Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning the appli-
ance; moisture could enter electrical components.
Risk of electric shock!
Risk of electric shock!
Risk of electric shock!
Risk of electric shock! Hot steam could damage
the plastic parts.
•
The unit must be dry before restarting operation.
